The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."
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Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister.
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elation
anthology
incisive
inauspicious
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The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."
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The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
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petty
straddle
refurbish
exasperation
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The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."
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Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
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pallid
extant
foster
incongruous
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The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."
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It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
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penurious
dubious
naive
delight
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The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."